US52 over South Second Creek
FairRowan County, North Carolina · 200 Ft. Mi. S. JCT.SR2339 · Structure no. 000000001590020
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1956
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 112 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,200
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US52 over South Second Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US52 over South Second Creek in Rowan County, North Carolina. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 89 years old, older than the North Carolina average of 38.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 8,200 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,400 by 2040. The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US52 over South Second Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.
What condition is US52 over South Second Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does US52 over South Second Creek carry?
About 8,200 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US52 over South Second Creek?
The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US52 over South Second Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.